Academic Advisor
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If you are a current University employee, please use the internal career site to apply for this position.Job DescriptionJOB DESCRIPTIONResponsible for advising students who are undeclared or students who are interested in changing their primary program of study. This position is responsible for all aspects of advising including intake and continuing advising of undeclared students, both first-year and transfer. Responsible for overseeing the University Prosper program to support at-risk students and to assist with advising students across a wide variety of interests and needs. This position reports to the Director of Academic Advising and promotes and supports the philosophy and mission of the Oiler Success Center, Student Affairs and university-wide initiatives related to the student learning experience and academic success. This position is part of the Academic Advising team and assists with office functions in relation to that office. This position requires regular, predictable, reliable attendance in the office environment.TASK DESCRIPTIONGeneral Responsibilities: Academic Advising and SupportAdvise undergraduate and prospective students who enter without programs of study, need assistance choosing a program of study, or choose to change programs of study after entering the university Provide career advising to students who are choosing and changing their major. Coordinate University Prosper program for at-risk students. Monitor the academic progress of students in Prosper program and assist advisors with appropriate intervention for at-risk students. Use campus retention software. Assist with new and transfer student registration. Assist with registration day services for new students. Coordinate outreach and communication efforts to students identified as at-risk. Maintain and update as needed office literature and website information Coordinate and assist with advertising and outreach efforts to promote student use of office services Assist the Director of Advisor with the Academic Advisor Training Series. Coordinate and oversee the University Faculty Advisor of the Year award process Perform all other duties deemed appropriate for this position.Institutional Standards* Subscribe to the philosophy, purpose, and goals of the Division of Student Affairs and The University of Findlay.* Subscribe to the mission, goals and purpose of the Oiler Success Center.* Commit yourself to personal, professional, and academic excellence.* Display a positive attitude toward your responsibilities, colleagues, supervisors, and students.* Display a professional demeanor in terms of attitude, communication, confrontation, etc.* Abide by all policies in place for professional staff members.Professional Development* Participate in professional organizations and networks.* Participate on University committees as requested.* Expect continual and periodic evaluation from the Director of Advising.* Perform related duties as assigned by the Director of Advising.* Attend regular staff and area meetings as necessaryCompetenciesLeadership. Communication Proficiency. Decision Making. Strategic Thinking. Flexibility. Analytical Skills Detailed Oriented. Organizational Skills. Cross-Cultural Communication Skills. Independent Project Management Skills.Supervisory ResponsibilityThis position will select, supervise and evaluate instructors of Academic Support and University-Wide Courses and student assistants hired as peer mentors for those courses.Work EnvironmentThis job operates in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines.Physical DemandsThe physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms.Position Type and Expected Hours of WorkThis is a full-time 12-month position, and general hours of work and days are Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. This position requires regular, predictable, reliable attendance in the office environment.TravelTravel is primarily local during the business day, although some out-of-the-area travel may be expected.Required Education and ExperienceBachelor's Degree in student affairs, education, psychology, social work or related field. One-year advising experience or experience in higher education.Preferred Education and ExperienceMaster's Degree in student affairs, education, psychology, social work or related field. Three years of higher education experience. Experience in academic advising, university career services, or career counselingWork Authorization/Security Clearance (if applicable)None required for this position.AAP/EEO StatementThe University of Findlay is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer Male/Female/Disabled/Vet.Other DutiesPlease note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.time with or without notice.For optimal consideration of your applicant file, faculty applications must include a cover letter; current Resume or Curriculum Vitae; a statement of teaching philosophy; and the contact information for three professional references with your application. Staff applications must include a current Resume or Curriculum Vitae and cover letter with your application.The University of Findlay is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Educator and Employer. It is the university's policy to prohibit discrimination and provide equal opportunity to all employees and applicants for employment, without regard to their race, sex (including gender identity/expression), color, religion, ancestry, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, military or sexual orientation.